To dachshunds mouthing is just a way of communicating - by taking your hand in his mouth for getting your attention, but in a far gentler way than a bite. And it is essential to keep under control this mouthing practice of your miniature dachshund at the early stage.

Usually dachshund puppies mouth our hands when excited or when playing and puppies usually do this more to children than adults. And it is up to you to discourage this habit of your puppy.You can try the steps mentioned below to train your dog pup.

Its the same for babies, a dachsund goes through the teething process. It is a common habit of puppies of all kinds to use their mouth to look into the things around.

Providing suitable items for a dachshund to concentrate on can sometimes be an easy way of resolving a mouthing habit. Undestroyable chew toys like large nylon bones or hard rubber Kongs can provide a good outlet for mouthing. You can also use frozen carrots or fiber bones for fulfilling chewing desires of your pups.

The moment when your puppy starts chewing on you just make him understand that you are in pain no matter if she has actually twinged at your skin. Just let out a yelp, by doing so she will be frightened and will leave you.

If you want to maintain good relation with your puppy simply treat him as you care your child.

Praise him in a calm manner if his cooperation is immediate and provide him an appropriate chew toy. Do not give a toy when your hand is still in his mouth, this will instigate the wrong habit. You may also use assignment of a order like "no bite" or "no mouth", so he will associate his behavior with your command. This technique work with the average, eager-to-please puppy.

Does your puppy begin mouthing you if you don't play when he wants to? Is he constantly tripping you up, or starting to play tug-o-war with the leash when youre taking him to walk? Is he uncooperative when you ask him to do something like getting off the couch? If your answer is 'yes' to these questions, you may have a tyrant or dominant dog . With this type of pup you have to use a little more discipline.